Ocean Exploration and Surveying, BSc (Hons)

Pursue a career in hydrographic surveying and marine exploration with this course, which covers offshore and environmental surveying, marine remote sensing, oceanography, underwater acoustics, digital mapping, and geographical information systems. Emphasizing practical applications of survey technology in marine environments, it develops sought-after skills in hydrographic surveying, seafloor mapping, measurement, and visualization of underlying geology. Ranked top 15 in the UK and top 100 globally for Earth and Marine Sciences (QS World University Rankings 2023).Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard hydrographic methods, state-of-the-art technology, a fully equipped boat fleet, £4.65 million Marine Station, oceanographic equipment, and type-approved ship simulator. Benefit from strong industry links, excellent employment prospects, optional HSE Professional SCUBA qualification, scientific diving module (limited places; additional costs), and overseas field course.